Nevada County News | October 12, 2023

Church at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park

Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park north of Nevada City this month. Photo credit: Shannon Molloy, Temporary Administrative Assistant II

Nevada County Residents Asked to Take Survey to Help Set Community Priorities

The Board of Supervisors is asking residents to complete an online survey to give their assessment of Nevada County on a wide range of topics from economic opportunity to cannabis to wildfire prevention and more. The 2023 Nevada County Community Survey asks 44 questions and should take 20 minutes to complete. It can be accessed at polco.us/NC23, until October 24.

Community leaders meet for ribbon cutting of renovated Gary D. Clarke Field in Grass Valley

Community leaders, including Supervisors Ed Scofield, Lisa Swarthout and Sue Hoek, met Wednesday for a ribbon cutting for the newly renovated Gary D. Clarke Field by Magnolia School in Grass Valley. The field, which has a new synthetic turf, is used daily by an array of groups for soccer, flag football, baseball and more. Sandy “Jake” Jacobson, a member of the South County Municipal Advisory Council and retired recreation professional, said the field brings residents together. “It helps build community when you’re not leaving your community to engage in activities.”

Property Taxes Reduced (For Some)

Due to the declining housing market in Nevada County in the second half of 2022, over 5,300 properties were proactively reviewed for a reduction in assessed value by the Assessor’s Office. Their assessed value for the upcoming 2023-24 tax year will be reduced under Proposition 8, as the market value is less than the factored base year value (also known as Proposition 13 value).

This is a temporary reduction for this roll year.

Video still of KCRA TV report on Accessory Dwelling Unit Guidebook

KCRA TV reported about how Nevada, Amador, Mariposa, and Calaveras counties are trying a different approach to dealing with the housing crisis in those areas. The story features interviews with Supervisor Ed Scofield and Associate Planner Marie Maniscalco. On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors voted to accept the guidebook.

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View Solar Eclipse at Rood Center Saturday

Watch the annular solar eclipse with the Nevada County Library and YubaNet Saturday starting at 8:30 a.m.

Meet on the front lawn at the Rood Center in Nevada City.

Nevada County is expected to experience 85 percent of the eclipse (the sun will not be completely blocked). Free protective viewing glasses will be provided.

Residential Recycling Drop-Off Open in Grass Valley

After the unfortunate collapse of an old recycling location during a snowstorm, a new location has opened in Grass Valley.

Waste Management is now inviting residents to bring recyclables and cardboard to 12640 Loma Rica Ave. between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. For questions, call (530) 274-3090.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

This year the County has partnered with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.

CISA recommends using strong passwords and a password manager, turning on multifactor authentication, recognizing and reporting phishing, and updating software

Supervisors Ed Scofield and Sue Hoek attend Teacher of the Year Celebratio n

Over 300 attend first Nevada County Health Fair October 4 in Grass Valley

Upcoming Events

Camp Cleanup to Minimize Fire Risk, Oct. 26

Thursday, October 26, 8 a.m. - about 1 p.m.

Between Idaho-Maryland and East Bennett Roads, Grass Valley (exact location will be provided to confirmed registrants)

About 50 volunteers are needed to help Hospitality House and the Nevada County Sheriff's Office remove trash and debris. The area is mildly difficult to navigate with uneven footing and limited accessibility by vehicles.

Volunteers should bring gloves, a shovel (if they have one), sunscreen, and a truck (if possible)

They should wear long pants, hiking shoes/boots, sun protection (hats, long sleeves, sunglasses)

On the day of the event, all volunteers will undergo a brief requisite safety training and sign liability releases.

Registration is required by October 20 by emailing info@hhshelter.org or calling 530-615-0852

Economic Development Summit, Oct. 26

Thursday, October 26, 3 p.m.-6 p.m.

Grass Valley Veterans Memorial Building, 255 S. Auburn St.

This event is for everyone and brings together community stakeholders from both public and private business sectors, including leaders in government, healthcare, education, manufacturing, technology, agriculture, finance, and other industry throughout the region, and provides vital information regarding the health of our economy and the future of our community.

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Come Work with Us!

Nevada County employs approximately 800 employees covering a full range of services and positions, from accountants to wastewater treatment system operators. In Nevada County, quality of life comes first. It is the only rural California county with two designated Cultural Arts Districts and is known for its abundance of outdoor recreational activities.

Behavioral Health Worker I/II/III

Our Behavioral Health Department is seeking a caring and motivated Behavioral Health Worker. Join the team and work to build bridges out of homelessness for vulnerable residents of Nevada County. Become a Lead Care Manager on the County Enhanced Care Management team. As a member of the team, you will make a positive difference in people’s lives every day as you provide person-centered case management services and aid people in finding greater stability, improved health, and a path out of homelessness.

Some of the specific tasks of this position include:

Outreach and Engagement: develop positive, strengths-based relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness.
Coordinate Care: become an expert at navigating health and housing systems while you advocate, link, monitor, and coordinate the development of personalized care plans for the people you work with.
Promote health and hope: work alongside people to access services that can improve their health. Build on each success to harness each person’s own internal motivation for change.

The ideal candidate for this position will perform well in teams but also be an independent worker; be strengths-based, and optimistic in their belief in the capacity of people to make positive changes in their lives; and have some understanding of or lived experience with homelessness, mental illness and/or substance use.

Learn more about this position online. Have a question? Contact Human Resources by calling (530) 265-7010 and selecting option 2.

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